Honoring George Floyd by continuing the work of a multiracial democracy
Sunday marks five years since the murder of George Floyd on a street corner in Minneapolis—an event that shook the world and sparked a renewed call for racial justice, police accountability, and lasting structural change.
We remember George Floyd not only as a catalyst for protest, but as a reminder of the urgent work still ahead. The movement that rose up in the wake of his death called for more than justice in one case—it called for a reimagining of what our democracy can be: inclusive, representative, and rooted in the dignity and voice of every person.
At FairVote Minnesota, we believe that achieving racial justice requires building a democracy that reflects the full diversity of our communities. That means a political system where every vote counts equally, where barriers to participation are dismantled, and where people of color have real power in the decisions that shape their lives.
Ranked Choice Voting is not a cure-all—but it is a structural reform that helps create space for new voices, more accountable leadership, and coalition-building that reflects the complexity of who we are. It is one of many tools we must pursue to build a truly multiracial democracy.
We honor George Floyd by continuing to fight for a system that values every person’s voice—and ensures it matters at the ballot box and beyond.
Visit the Sahan Journal for a list of commemorative events this week.
